ACE Charter Schools Vended Meals Service Company RFP 2026-2027
Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DISTSchool · Camarillo, CA- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Monica Pacheco
- (408) 594-3062
The 30-second brief
ACE Charter Schools is soliciting proposals for a vended meals service company to provide approximately 105,000 annual meals (breakfast and lunch) across three sites for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due May 6, 2026.
21-Day Cycle Menu, Digital proposal as a single PDF, Fee Proposal, Certifications
Cost (20), Administrative Requirements (15), Experience with NSLP/SBP (10), Understanding of SFA needs (10), Financial Stability (15), Corporate Capability (10), Food Test (20)
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Summary
ACE Charter Schools is soliciting proposals for a vended meals service company to provide approximately 105,000 annual meals (breakfast and lunch) across three sites for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due May 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 21-Day Cycle Menu
- Digital proposal as a single PDF
- Fee Proposal
- Certifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Attachment A: Attachments Checklist
- Attachment B: Food Tasting
- Attachment C: Minimum Qualifications
- Attachment D: Vendor Professional Standards
- Attachment E: Proposal Questionnaire
- Attachment F: Respondent References
- Attachment G: Authorization Agreement
- Attachment H: Fee Proposal
- Attachment I: Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Attachment J: Certificate of Independent Price Determination
- Attachment K: Certificate of Compliance for Buy American
- Attachment L: 21-Day Cycle Menu
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- San Jose, CA
- Reported agency
- ACE Charter Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Monica Pacheco.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Monica Pacheco at (408) 594-3062. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 21-Day Cycle Menu, Digital proposal as a single PDF, Fee Proposal, Certifications. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost (20), Administrative Requirements (15), Experience with NSLP/SBP (10), Understanding of SFA needs (10), Financial Stability (15), Corporate Capability (10), Food Test (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST?
All active and historical solicitations from Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A: Attachments Checklist, Attachment B: Food Tasting, Attachment C: Minimum Qualifications, Attachment D: Vendor Professional Standards, Attachment E: Proposal Questionnaire, Attachment F:. Review the full document from Architecture Construction & Engr Charter High (ACE) DIST for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Jose, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.